- Safiu Kehinde
2023 Labour Party’s Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for inclusive education following his visit to Almajiris school in Adamawa state.
Obi made the call in a post on his official X handle on Sunday.
The former Anambra state disclosed that he had visited the Almajiris participating in the Feed and Read Program after his address at the American University of Nigeria (AUN) on Saturday.
While commending the performance of the children, Obi stressed that the initiative not only improved their literacy and numeracy skills but also boost the Almajiris confidence and reignite their passion for education.
He held that pograms like this highlight the crucial role of inclusive education in addressing societal inequalities and unlocking the potential of every child.
“After my speech yesterday at the American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, in Adamawa state, I took time to visit the Almajiri children participating in the Feed and Read Program.
“I spent time engaging with them to better understand what they are learning, and it was truly inspiring to see their progress.
“From our interactions, it became evident that the program is transforming their lives—not just by improving their literacy and numeracy skills but also by boosting their confidence and reigniting their passion for education.
“Programs like this highlight the crucial role of inclusive education in addressing societal inequalities and unlocking the potential of every child, regardless of their background or circumstances.
“Such initiatives serve as a powerful reminder of the impact we can make when we prioritize education as a tool for empowerment, growth and national development.
“By harnessing every hidden potential, we make the future in a new Nigeria even more possible.” Obi wrote.